In Pune, a severe outbreak of Guillain-Barre Syndrome has affected over 180 individuals, leading to six deaths. Health authorities pinpoint Campylobacter jejuni bacteria in the water supply as the cause. Residents in affected areas struggle with contamination, with many reliant on unpurified well water.
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A stampede at New Delhi Railway Station on Saturday night resulted in 18 deaths, including five children. Confusion over train announcements led to the deadly incident, with overcrowding and panic as primary triggers. Multiple inquiries have been initiated to determine the exact cause.
Delhi CM Rekha Gupta allocated portfolios to her ministers after her first cabinet meeting, retaining finance, revenue, and women and child development. Key ministers include Parvesh Verma handling public works and water resources, and Ashish Sood responsible for home, education, and urban development.
Union minister for women and child development, Annapurna Devi, criticized the Allahabad High Court's decision to downgrade charges in a sexual assault case involving an 11-year-old girl. The court ruled the actions did not constitute attempted rape. Devi urged the Supreme Court to address the verdict, warning it could send a harmful message to society.
Two more victims of the LPG tanker fire incident in Jaipur have died, increasing the death toll to 17. The fire occurred due to a collision on December 20. Sixteen others are still hospitalized, with three in critical condition. SMS Hospital confirmed the latest deaths, a male and a female, on Wednesday morning.
Delhi experienced a significant drop in temperatures and heavy fog on Wednesday morning, resulting in poor visibility. The Air Quality Index was recorded at a 'very poor' level of 326. Authorities have increased the number of shelters for the homeless to cope with the harsh conditions. Dense fog and chilly winds are expected to continue for several days.
The Trump administration has frozen $2.2 billion in grants and a $60 million contract to Harvard University after the institution allegedly failed to meet intellectual and civil rights standards. The government demands Harvard shutter DEI programs, adopt merit-based hiring and admissions, reform international student recruitment, ensure viewpoint diversity, and combat antisemitism.
Lucknow Super Giants, led by Rishabh Pant, will face Axar Patel's Delhi Capitals in a crucial IPL match. While DC sits second with five wins, LSG is fifth. Pant's poor form is a concern for Lucknow, while Axar's bowling struggles worry Delhi. Lucknow's home games on red soil have resulted in losses, adding pressure.
The boy injured at the Pushpa 2 premiere in Hyderabad has regained consciousness after 20 days. Actor Allu Arjun was questioned by police and later released on bail. Pushpa 2 producers provided financial aid to the victim's family, while Telangana’s chief minister held Allu Arjun responsible for the incident, citing safety concerns.
Elon Musk hosted prominent Indian business leaders at SpaceX's Starbase, discussing topics such as human civilization, interplanetary travel, and collaborations between India and the USA. Attendees included leaders from companies like OYO, Flipkart, and the Aditya Birla Group, who were also treated to a successful Starship launch and a vegetarian dinner.
Delhi HC has emphasised recognising 'adolescent love' and consensual relationships between young individuals. In a recent case, a 19-year-old man was acquitted of rape charges due to the consensual nature of his relationship with a 17-year-old girl, highlighting the need for a more understanding, less punitive approach.